July 24-26 1964: Dylan is the major performer at the Newport Folk Festival, where he presents a new image to an audience of over fifteen thousand. His set contains no topical songs but does include new compositions like “All I Really Want To Do,” “To Ramona,” “Mr. Tambourine Man,” and “Chimes Of Freedom.” | Bob Dylan

23 years ago today, Bob Dylan made a memorable return to the Newport Folk Festival — his first appearance there in 37 years. And what a performance it was! Not only did Dylan show up in disguise — wearing a false beard and wig — but he also delivered a stunning setlist that included: “Roving Gambler,” “Subterranean Homesick Blues,” “Desolation Row,” “Positively 4th Street,” “The Wicked Messenger,” “Mama, You’ve Been on My Mind,” and “Mr. Tambourine Man.” The audience wasn’t the only one caught o